Section 25-26-13.5-8.5 - Pharmacy responsibilities A pharmacy operating a remote dispensing facility is responsible for ensuring the following:
(1) The remote dispensing facility is sufficiently staffed to avoid the risk of harm to public health and safety.(2) The pharmacist servicing the remote dispensing facility is in good standing with the board.(3) A pharmacy may not operate more than one (1) remote dispensing facility at a time, unless otherwise approved by the board.(4) A pharmacist must be able to be physically present at the remote dispensing facility within a certain time set by the board to address emergencies and safety issues that arise.(5) A pharmacist shall visit the remote dispensing facility at least as often as required by the board to inspect the facility, address personnel matters, complete any forms required by the board concerning the required inspection, and maintain records in the manner specified by the board.(6) If the remote dispensing facility is located at a hospital or physician clinic and uses an automated dispensing machine, a pharmacist must maintain an up to date inventory of any schedule II controlled substances. An inventory of all controlled substances must be completed at least once a month.(7) The pharmacy must develop a continuous quality improvement program, which must include a reporting mechanism for errors that occur concerning the remote dispensing facility. Information concerning the remote dispensing facility must be made available to the board upon request.Added by P.L. 143-2022,SEC. 67, eff. 7/1/2022.